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Perfectly spiced Mutton Sukka with aromatic Ghee Rice and cooling raita. A soul-satisfying, energy-giving feast!
This chettinad dish is perfect for dinner. With 937.6500000000001 calories and 49.550000000000004g of protein per serving, it's a nutritious choice for your meal plan.
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Black Peppercorns
4 pcs Cloves
1 inch Cinnamon Stick
2 pcs Green Cardamom
5 pcs Dried Red Chilies (use less for milder heat)
3 tbsp Gingelly Oil (Indian sesame oil)
1 cup Pearl Onions (peeled, about 150g)
2 pcs Green Chilies (slit lengthwise)
1 sprig Curry Leaves
1 pcs Tomato (medium, finely chopped)
1 cup Water (for pressure cooking)
2 tbsp Coriander Leaves (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
1
Marinate the Mutton
In a large bowl, combine the mutton pieces with turmeric powder, red chili powder, 1 tbsp of the ginger garlic paste, curd, and 0.5 tsp of the salt.
Mix thoroughly to ensure the mutton is evenly coated.
Cover and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator.
2
Pressure Cook the Mutton
Transfer the marinated mutton to a pressure cooker.
Add 1 cup of water and mix well.
Secure the lid and cook on medium heat for 5-6 whistles, which should take about 20-25 minutes, or until the mutton is tender and cooked through.
Allow the pressure to release naturally. Once safe, open the cooker. Strain the mutton pieces, reserving the flavorful stock for later use.
3
Prepare the Sukka Masala
While the mutton cooks, heat a small, dry pan over low heat.
Add all the whole spices for the sukka masala: coriander seeds, cumin seeds, fennel seeds, black peppercorns, cloves, cinnamon, cardamom, and dried red chilies.
Dry roast for 2-3 minutes, stirring continuously, until they become fragrant and slightly toasted. Be careful not to burn them.
Remove from heat and let the spices cool completely. Grind them into a coarse powder using a spice grinder or mortar and pestle.
4
Sauté Aromatics and Masala
Heat the gingelly oil in a heavy-bottomed pan or kadai over medium heat.
Add the peeled pearl onions and sauté for 5-7 minutes until they soften and turn golden brown.
Add the remaining 1 tbsp of ginger garlic paste, slit green chilies, and curry leaves. Sauté for another minute until the raw aroma disappears.
Add the chopped tomato and cook for 3-4 minutes until it becomes soft and mushy.
Stir in the freshly ground sukka masala powder and the remaining 1 tsp of salt. Sauté for one minute to cook the spices.
5
Roast the Mutton
Add the cooked mutton pieces to the pan with the masala.
Mix well, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated.
Add about 1/4 cup of the reserved mutton stock to moisten the masala and help it cling to the meat.
Reduce the heat to low-medium and continue to roast for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Continue cooking until the masala becomes dry, darkens in color, and clings tightly to the mutton pieces. The oil should start to separate at the edges.
If it gets too dry, you can add another splash of the reserved stock.
6
Garnish and Serve
Turn off the heat and garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves.
Serve the Mutton Sukka hot as a side dish with rice and sambar, or as a main with parotta, dosa, or chapati.
Servings
4
Serving size: 1 serving
507cal
8gprotein
82gcarbs
16gfat
Ingredients
2 cup Basmati Rice (long grain)
4 tbsp Ghee
1 pcs Onion (large, thinly sliced)
3.5 cup Water (hot)
1 inch Cinnamon Stick
4 pcs Cloves
3 pcs Green Cardamom (slightly crushed)
1 pcs Bay Leaf
1 pcs Star Anise (optional)
12 pcs Cashew Nuts (whole or halved)
1 tbsp Raisins (golden)
1.5 tsp Salt
2 tbsp Coriander Leaves (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
1
Prepare the Basmati Rice
Rinse the basmati rice under cold running water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch.
Soak the rinsed rice in fresh water for at least 30 minutes. This helps the grains elongate and cook evenly.
After soaking, drain the rice completely in a colander and set it aside.
2
Fry the Garnishes
Heat 2 tbsp of ghee in a heavy-bottomed pot or pressure cooker over medium heat.
Add the cashew nuts and fry for 1-2 minutes until they turn a light golden brown.
Add the raisins and continue to fry for about 30 seconds until they plump up. Be careful not to burn them.
Remove the fried cashews and raisins with a slotted spoon and set them aside for garnish.
3
Sauté Aromatics and Rice
In the same pot, add the remaining 2 tbsp of ghee.
Once hot, add the whole spices: cinnamon stick, cloves, green cardamom, bay leaf, and star anise. Sauté for 30-40 seconds until they release their aroma.
2 cup Curd (Thick, plain, and chilled. Greek yogurt or hung curd works well.)
1 medium Cucumber (Peeled and grated. English or Persian cucumbers are preferred.)
1 tsp Roasted Cumin Powder (Freshly ground for best aroma.)
2 tbsp Coriander Leaves (Finely chopped.)
1 tbsp Mint Leaves (Finely chopped.)
0.5 tsp Salt (Adjust to taste.)
0.25 tsp Black Salt (Also known as Kala Namak.)
1 pcs Green Chilli (Finely chopped, deseed for less heat.)
0.25 tsp Sugar (Optional, to balance the tang of the yogurt.)
Instructions
1
Prepare the Cucumber (4 minutes)
Wash, peel, and grate the medium cucumber using a box grater.
Place the grated cucumber in a fine-mesh sieve or a muslin cloth. Press down firmly or squeeze to remove as much water as possible. This is the most crucial step to prevent a watery raita.
Set the squeezed cucumber aside.
2
Prepare the Yogurt Base (2 minutes)
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the thick curd (yogurt).
Whisk the curd for about a minute until it is completely smooth and creamy, with no lumps.
Add the roasted cumin powder, salt, black salt, and optional sugar to the whisked yogurt. Mix well to combine the spices evenly.
3
Combine and Chill (4 minutes + chilling time)
Add the squeezed grated cucumber, finely chopped green chilli, coriander leaves, and mint leaves to the spiced yogurt base.
Gently fold all the ingredients together until everything is well incorporated.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. You may need more salt or a pinch more sugar depending on the sourness of your yogurt.
Add the thinly sliced onions and sauté for 5-7 minutes until they become soft and golden brown.
Add the drained rice to the pot. Gently sauté for 2 minutes, ensuring the grains are well-coated with ghee. Be careful not to break the delicate rice grains.
4
Cook the Rice
Pour in 3.5 cups of hot water and 1.5 tsp of salt. Stir gently just once to combine.
Bring the water to a rolling boil over high heat.
For Pot Method: Once boiling, reduce the heat to the lowest setting, cover with a tight-fitting lid, and cook for 15-18 minutes, or until all the water is absorbed.
For Pressure Cooker Method: Secure the lid and cook on medium heat for 2 whistles. Turn off the heat and allow the pressure to release naturally.
5
Rest, Garnish, and Serve
Once cooked, let the rice rest, covered and undisturbed, for 10 minutes. This step is crucial for firm, separate grains.
After resting, gently fluff the rice with a fork to separate the grains.
Garnish with the fried cashews, raisins, and freshly chopped coriander leaves.
Serve hot with your favorite curry, korma, or dal.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 20-30 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld together and enhances the cooling effect.
4
Garnish and Serve
Just before serving, give the chilled raita a gentle stir.
Garnish with an extra sprinkle of roasted cumin powder and a few fresh mint or coriander leaves.
Serve chilled as a side dish with biryani, pulao, kebabs, or any spicy Indian meal.
